Intern - Endpoint Security - Midrand

SUMMARY:
ENDPOINT SECURITY INTERN
MIDRAND
Closing date 04 September 2025

Gijima is recruiting 1 x Endpoint Security intern for their Cyber Security team at their head office in Midrand.

POSITION INFO:
The criteria is as follows: -

• Candidates must have completed a 3-year degree or diploma in IT (must be relevant to End Point Security). Please note that this is NOT a WIL program
• Candidates must be computer literate and must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, e-mail, internet
• Candidates must have no criminal record.
• Candidates must currently be unemployed.
• Candidates must not be participating on another learnership or internship program.
• Candidates must NOT be enrolled at any tertiary institution.
• Candidates must live in Gauteng (preferably in the Midrand area) – relocation is NOT an option.
• Candidates must be under the age of 35 as of 1 August 2025
• Candidates must be a South African Citizen (African, Asian, Indian)

1. Technical Skills (Foundational)

• Operating Systems Knowledge
• Basics of Windows, Linux, and macOS security features.
• Understanding of system hardening and patching.
• Endpoint Security Tools (Entry-Level Exposure)
• Antivirus / Anti-malware solutions (e.g., Microsoft Defender, Symantec, CrowdStrike, SentinelOne).
• EDR/XDR basics – awareness of what they do (threat detection, isolation, response).
• Networking & Security Basics
• TCP/IP fundamentals, ports, protocols, and how endpoints communicate with networks.
• Awareness of common attack vectors (phishing, ransomware, privilege escalation).
• Security Concepts
• CIA Triad (Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability).
• Incident handling lifecycle (detection, analysis, containment, recovery).

• Eagerness to Learn – willingness to pick up new endpoint tools and frameworks.
• Communication Skills – ability to explain issues clearly to senior engineers or non-technical staff.
• Attention to Detail – careful when reviewing security alerts or logs.
• Team Collaboration – working with SOC, IT support, and network/security teams.
• Problem-Solving Mindset – methodical approach to diagnosing endpoint issues.
• Adaptability – adjusting quickly to new tools, processes, and security requirements.

• Documentation – writing clear notes, security incident reports, and troubleshooting steps.
• Ethical Responsibility – respecting data privacy, handling sensitive information properly.
• Time Management – completing assigned internship projects within deadlines.